Kristen Bell Stuns in a Glamorous Sheer Dress at the 2026 SAG Actor Awards Red Carpet
Kristen Bell Stuns at SAG-AFTRA’s 32nd Actor Awards
Kristen Bell captured attention as the host of SAG-AFTRA’s 32nd Actor Awards on March 1, showcasing her fashion flair on the red carpet. The 45-year-old actress, marking her third time as host, dazzled in a striking Georges Hobeika gown that featured a plunging deep V-neckline and sculptural details.
The gown, characterized by its sheer illusion and intricate silver beading, complemented Bell’s figure with thoughtful fabric contouring around the waist and a pleated satin overskirt. For added height, she chose Rene Caovilla platform heels and accessorized with cocktail rings, a dazzling diamond necklace, and stacked silver earrings, achieving an impressive Old Hollywood aesthetic.
The "naked dress" phenomenon continues to gain traction in Hollywood, solidifying its status as a significant style trend in 2025. LaQuan Smith, a notable New York-based designer known for his daring creations, expressed the broader significance of these designs. “The naked dress has never been about exposure for me, it’s about liberation,” he stated in a December 2025 interview with CNN. He emphasized that his designs focus on empowering women to represent themselves confidently and without constraint.
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Fellow stars Jennifer Lawrence and Jennifer Lopez also embraced this style at the 2026 Golden Globe Awards, each showcasing their interpretations of the trend. Lawrence, 35, captivated in an entirely sheer Givenchy dress adorned with floral embroidery and a matching shawl, while Lopez, 56, flaunted her figure in a Jean-Louis Scherrer gown featuring baroque-style lace and a mermaid-cut skirt.
Fashion commentator Melissa Rivers shared her thoughts on the evolving trends in an exclusive interview. Following the Golden Globes, she expressed a desire for a new sartorial direction while acknowledging Lawrence’s unexpected choice. “Did I like the dress? Not particularly, but talking about stepping out of a box. Wow, and props for that,” Rivers remarked.
She noted the cyclical nature of fashion trends, saying, “We go from bright colors to black and white. We go from structured and architectural to floaty and ethereal.” Rivers emphasized her wish for celebrities to embody the glamour typical of movie stars, preferring impactful entrances on the red carpet.
As Bell prepared for her hosting duties, she acknowledged the unpredictability of her role, saying, "I have a shocking and hilarious lack of control in this job.” Her main aim for the evening was to ensure that attendees enjoyed themselves, adding, “That is my sole objective there.”
